Hav-A-Hart Trap
Need Help?
If there are feral/stray cats/kittens in your neighborhood, contact the SPCA, municipal shelter or a humane organization in your area.
Ask for help! Ask if they have a TNR program.
Ask to borrow a trap. Ask for a low-cost vet. Don't give up!
Many organization are overwhelmed and in need of volunteers.
If you can help in any way, you can make a difference!
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TNR: What is it?
TNR stands for "Trap, Neuter, Return"
TNR is an accepted practice recommended by all humane organizations to control the stray and feral cat population.
Cats are caught in a humane trap.
Females are "spayed" and males are "neutered" by a veterinarian.
(females should be allowed several days to recover)
and then returned to their original environment.
Note: Cats are "returned", not to be confused with "released".
Advocates recommend returning the cat to the location he/she was caught and is familiar with, for the best chance of survival.
Helpful Hints
1. To time trapping, schedule feeding times (ie. once in morning, once at night). Cats will become accustomed to schedule and appear. Do not leave food out all the time. This will also help to avoid attracting/catching animals you do not want to trap.
2. Place food in the back of the trap. The trap is released when the animal steps on the steel plate.
3. If a cat is reluctant to enter trap, de-sensitize by rigging trap so it will not close. (ie. use a dowel stick). Place food near trap. At next feeding, place food closer, etc. until food is inside. This may take a few days. Eventually, place food at the back of the trap. When the cat is no longer fearful and enters trap completely, remove dowel stick at next feeding. (be sure to have a vet appointment scheduled!)
